Maccabi Netanya Seeks Winning DNA After Dominating Beitar Jerusalem

Maccabi Netanya, under coach Ronny Levy, achieved a significant 4-1 victory over Beitar Jerusalem, a result that avenged an earlier 8-2 thrashing the team suffered from the same opponent on February 23, 2026. Levy, drawing parallels to chess, meticulously studied Beitar's European matches to identify weaknesses, focusing on winning the midfield and quick transitions to attack. The recent win saw key players like Dolav Haziha and Oz Billeu performing exceptionally, a testament to Levy's coaching in demanding tactical play and direct attacking. Levy aims to instill a "winning DNA" in Netanya, moving away from its past reputation as a "nice" club. He draws inspiration from Netanya's championship team of 1983, where he was a young player.

The team's current strength is bolstered by striker<bos>, who scored a hat-trick in the recent match and is reportedly valued at over 3.5 million Euros, a price owner Ross Katin has refused to accept, signaling a shift in the club's transfer policy. Katin's veto on the potential sale of key players like Dabo, Billeu, Maor Levi, and Za'arura indicates a commitment to building a stronger squad. Levy acknowledged the team's youth, with players like Ben Feldman (19) and Yarin Abuhatzira (16), and stressed the need for further reinforcements to achieve success.

Levy previously cautioned his players against dwelling on a past 4-1 victory over Maccabi Haifa, emphasizing the need for continuous improvement. This time, with the club undergoing a transformation and showing renewed ambition, there is hope that the team will heed his advice. While Netanya is not currently a title contender, it is regaining its appeal with talented players and an attractive style of play. Levy is seeking three more signings to further strengthen the squad, aligning with owner Katin's stated ambition to "devour the league."